Chief Engineer Relief Yacht Crew

ANT Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 92,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

ANT Recruitment Ltd seeks a proactive Chief Engineer to oversee yacht technical operations during relocation, managing all engineering systems and ensuring peak performance. The role involves addressing technical issues and coordinating maintenance across the voyage.

Candidates must hold STCW Chief Engineer certification and ENG1, with at least 3 years of near-coastal vessel experience, and be able to mobilise within 3 hours of notification.

Qualifications

• Must hold STCW Chief Engineer certification and ENG1 medical certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years managing engineering operations for near coastal vessels.
• Ability to mobilise to South East England within 3 hours of alert.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the engineering department's operations and compliance with regulatory standards (ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL).
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance during the voyage.
• Oversee the Second Engineer and deck personnel assisting with machinery operations.
• Monitor fuel, oil, water, and power management systems.
• Ensure immediate response to machinery or technical failures.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

Regulatory compliance

Education

STCW Chief Engineer certification

ENG1 Medical Certificate

Job description

Location: South East England, UK
Contract Type: Temporary Assignment
Pay: Competitive Daily Rate
Availability: Immediate Must be able to mobilise within 3 hours of notification

Step into a world of opportunity with ANT Recruitment, where ambition meets expertise in the Maritime sector. We are proud to partner with industry leaders to deliver exceptional talent solutions across yacht operations, engineering, and vessel management.

Role Overview:
We are seeking a proactive Chief Engineer to oversee the technical operations of a yacht during its relocation. The role involves managing all engineering systems, ensuring their optimal performance, and addressing any technical issues that may arise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of the engineering departments operations and compliance with regulatory standards (ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL).
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance during the voyage.
• Oversee the Second Engineer and deck personnel assisting with machinery operations.
• Monitor fuel, oil, water, and power management systems.
• Ensure immediate response to machinery or technical failures.

Requirements:

• Valid STCW Chief Engineer certification.
• Valid ENG1 Medical Certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years experience managing engineering operations for near coastal vessels.
• Clean criminal record (background check mandatory).
• Ability to mobilise to the South East England region within 3 hours of alert.

Attributes:

• Strong problem-solving skills and technical expertise.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Effective leadership and team management abilities.